Greece & Turkey Cruise from Rome - 12 night

MS Koningsdam

Mediterranean and Europe

THE FIRST. It’s always a thrill to anticipate a new ship joining Holland America Line’s magnificent fleet. But it’s especially exciting when that new arrival is the first of a new class of ship. For when the 2,650-guest ms Koningsdam sets sail in April 2016, she will not only be the first to bear that name, she will usher in a new era of Pinnacle-class cruising.Pinnacle means “high point”—and the debut of Koningsdam is a high point in Holland America Line history. Then again, in many ways, Koningsdam has been 141 years in the making. As heir, she’ll carry forward all of the tradition, nautical heritage, and signature service and style for which Holland America Line is known—while raising the bar for 21st-century elegance. Her name sets the tone. Its roots, like the ship itself, are a mix of something contemporary and something classic: “Koning,” means king in Dutch—and is a salute to King Willem-Alexander, the Netherland’s first king in more than 100 years. And “dam,” because, after all … this is a Holland America Line ship, and the "dam" naming convention dates back to 1883.

On Board Highlights

At the heart of the ship, Koningsdam’s central atrium is pure visual drama. Soaring three decks high, the space is graced by an airy stainless steel sculpture that evokes the feeling of a classical quartet, with strings, arches, and bows. And, like music itself, it changes as you move around it, so that no two perspectives are quite the same.This sense of visual interaction—engaging with the architecture actively, rather than passively, as an observer—is key to what Tihany has brought to Koningsdam. The atrium is capped by a ceiling that serves as a backdrop for subtly changing high-definition projections. Look up by day to see wispy cirrus clouds floating overhead or perhaps soothing colors of water and light. By evening, the atrium takes on dramatic lighting hues or reflects the clear constellations of the night sky.

Whats Included ?

Price includes cruise only, on a full board basis in an inside stateroom, and all entertainment on board. Government taxes & fees. Gratuities can be added to your final bill.

Staterooms

Interior Staterooms
Oceanview Staterooms
Vista Suites
Neptune Suites

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General Information

Price includes cruise only on a full board basis in an inside stateroom, Government taxes & fees. Gratuities can be pre-paid for your cruise or can be added to your final bill.

Cruising is new to some, so here's some helpful information:

The dress code on cruise ships is as dressy or as relaxed as you want it to be. Evening dining requires smart casual. Casual is welcomed in all buffet areas at all times. Most cruises will have at least one formal night on board, suits and dresses are the clothing of choice, why not join in the fun and get your photo taken!

Remember when making purchases, all cruise ships use a cashless system whilst on board, on check in at port you will receive your own individual identity card which will also double as your room key and payment card. At the end of your cruise you can settle your bill at reception with cash or credit card.

Gratuities or tipping can be paid at booking or at disembarkation , the cost per day depends on the cruise company, your sales agent will be happy to advise you when booking.

It is your responsibility to obtain visas before your holiday, if you go ashore on an excursion with your cruise company, e.g. St Petersburg, a visa will be obtained on your behalf, if you choose to go independently you will be responsible for your own visa.

In order to enter the USA, every person travelling, including children, must have a visa, unless they qualify for the Visa Waiver Program (VWP). Please visit https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/esta for more information.

Make the most of your holiday by adding a night or two pre or post cruise. From time to time cruise companies will offer extra deals on cabin upgrades and drinks packages, ask our expert cruise team for a quote!

Itinerary

Day

Cruise Ports

Arrive

Depart

Day 1

Civitavecchia, Rome, Italy

00.00

16.00

Day 2

At Sea

00.00

00.00

Day 3

Katakolon, (Olympia), Greece

08.00

16.00

Day 4

Piraeus, Athens, Greece

08.00

16.00

Day 5

Istanbul, Turkey

16.00

00.00

Day 6

Istanbul, Turkey

00.00

17.00

Day 8

Kusadasi, Turkey

08.00

18.00

Day 9

Rhodes, Greece

08.00

17.00

Day 10

Crete, Greece

08.00

15.00

Day 11

At Sea

00.00

00.00

Day 12

Naples, Italy

08.00

18.00

Day 13

Civitavecchia, Rome, Italy

07.00

00.00

Prices from €1350

Price includes cruise only, on a full board basis in an inside stateroom, and all entertainment on board. Government taxes & fees. Gratuities can be added to your final bill.

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